Travel and commuting

Shannon Airport

Shannon Airport is one of Ireland's three primary airports (along with Dublin Airport and Cork Airport). The airport is located in Shannon, County Clare, approximately 25 km (16 miles) from Limerick City.  In addition to its extensive European and UK services, Shannon Airport is the only airport along the Wild Atlantic Way touring route to offer transatlantic flights, with six airlines operating services to several destinations. 

Transport

Please click on the following links for information regarding

• Train Services
• Bus Services
• City Bus Times

To help you plan your journey, Transport for Ireland offers a range of useful features

• Real Time App : Provides live travel information and service updates
• Journey planner : Assist you to plan your journey times more accurately.
• Taxi Fare Estimator: Provides an estimate fare based on your journey information.

Travelling to UL

The University of Limerick campus is located 5km from Limerick City and approximately 20km from Shannon International Airport. The Campus map provide more information.

UL is a smarter travel campus. With the support of Limerick Smarter Travel, the University is committed to the promotion of sustainable modes of transport.  Such initiatives include cycling facilities, walking routes, dedicated parking for car-pooling and enhanced public transport links. More information can be found on the Buildings and Estates website.

The Cycle to Work Scheme and Travel Pass Scheme can provide bus and rail passes or bicycles to staff through salary deductions providing cost savings to employees and contributing to a greener environment. The schemes are administered through Human Resources.